2005 VOLVO V502.5L Petrol
2005 VOLVO V50 — Petrol, 2521cc. This vehicle has 118,765 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2521cc
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2005 Volvo V50 (BMC 1968), we found 2 MOT results in the period of March 2026 to March 2026.
With 1 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 50%. This pass rate is below average and potential buyers should investigate the failure history carefully.
Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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